Physics 5054 · O Level · The transformer

The transformer — practice question

Fig. 7.1 depicts an a.c. power supply linked to a transformer.
(a)[3]

Explain how an alternating current in the primary coil leads to an alternating output voltage.

(b(i))[1]

Suggest why this voltmeter does not give a reading for the output voltage when the input voltage is $6.4\,\text{V}$.

(b(ii))[2]

The primary coil has $48$ turns. Calculate the number of turns on the secondary coil.

(c(i))[1]

On Fig. 7.2, sketch a trace showing an alternating output voltage on the screen.

(c(ii))[2]

Describe how the trace can be used to determine the maximum value of the output voltage.

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